Summary
Work History
Education
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Overview
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Joe Shelman

Event Manager
Covington,WA
Joe Shelman

Summary

Extraordinary level of experience and knowledge of the trade show industry.

"Business winning" passion for clients and their events.

Comprehensive managerial acumen and history of increasing revenues and expanding margins.

Well connected with industry product and service providers.

Always work in alignment with company processes, goals and objectives.

Work History

Exhibits Northwest
Seattle, WA

Managing Co-Owner
05.1997 - 10.2022

Job overview

Moved from Portland to Seattle and began business on Interurban Avenue in Tukwila. We opened in May 1997 with no business.

Experienced study growth and profitability over 25 years.

GES Exposition Services
Portland, OR

Director of Sales
08.1994 - 04.1997

Job overview

Hired to direct sell, over-see the sales staff, and continue Account Executive roll through an assigned schedule of tradeshows and events.

Exceptional staff bonded and achieved better than expected sales growth and client service.

Honored to be part of Portland Convention and Visitors Bureau's team that greeted and networked with potential new groups that were considering Portland for a future event or tradeshow.

Education

Glide High School
Glide, OR

High School Diploma

Skills

  • Business planning and growth
  • Partnering and relationships
  • Client account management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Budgeting
  • Schedule management
  • Staff training / development
  • Employee reviews
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Patient and cheery demeanor

Overview

28

Years Providing Professional Event Management

Timeline

Managing Co-Owner

Exhibits Northwest
05.1997 - 10.2022

Director of Sales

GES Exposition Services
08.1994 - 04.1997

Glide High School

High School Diploma
Joe ShelmanEvent Manager